Smooth Sailing
• Highlights from the NEW Downtown Marina Dock Ceremony
• FCYC General Meeting at the Club this month
• Grand Prix Garage Party 2025 ~ Featured Event
• Check-out the SPYC Kids Corner
CONTACT & Connect With Us
General Manager - Bruce Furman, CCM (727) 823-1219 | gm@spyc.org
Chief Financial Officer - Colleen Finney, CHAE (727) 823-1061 | controller@spyc.org
Waterfront & Club Communications Director - Corey Hall, CMO (727) 822-3113 | Waterfront-director@spyc.org
Membership Department (727) 892-6888 | Membership@spyc.org
Facilities Director - Steve Partridge (727) 892-6892 | facilitiesmgr@spyc.org
Food & Beverage Director - Jason Hooper (727) 892-6896 | FBDirector@spyc.org
Executive Chef - Christian Mayrhofer (727) 892-6889 | executivechef@spyc.org
Catering Director/Clubhouse Services Manager Shannon Nylander, CPCE ,WSET2 (727) 892-6882 | catering@spyc.org
Catering Assistant - Caroline Stehr (727) 892-6897 | cateringinfo@spyc.org
Executive Pastry Chef - Natalia Nunez Torres (727) 822-3873 ext. 223 | pastrychef@spyc.org
Beverage Manager - Pierre Dumaine (727) 892-6891 | pierre@spyc.org
Member Services/Marketing Coordinator - Leah Wieter (727) 892-6893 | member.services@spyc.org
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse Coordinator - Delora Croteau (727) 360-1646 | Pag@spyc.org
Harbormaster, Chase Hudspeth & Dockmaster, John Toberman (727) 822-3227 | harbormaster@spyc.org - dockmaster@spyc.org
Youth Sailing Director - Todd Fedyszyn (727) 896-8101 youthsailingdirector@spyc.org
Housekeeping - Stacey Darlington (727) 892-6894 | housekeeping@spyc.org
Downtown Clubhouse: (727) 822-3873
Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse: (727) 360-1646 Snell Isle Marina: (727) 895-8142
HOURS of OPERATION
DOWNTOWN CLUB:
OPEN: Tuesday - Sunday CLOSED: Monday
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY
Open 7:30 am - 9:30 pm
FRIDAY
Open 7:30 am - 11:00 pm
SATURDAY
Open 8:30 am - 11:00 pm
SUNDAY
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
BREAKFAST BUFFET
Tuesday - Friday: 7:30 - 9:30 am
Saturday: 8:30 - 10:45 am
Sunday Brunch Buffet: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
(Brunch reservations strongly suggested)
GRILLE 1909 ~ Winter Hours
5:30 - 9:00 pm (Wednesday - Saturday) 5:30-8:30 pm (Sunday)
Dinner Service (Wednesday - Saturday):** (newly added) 5:00 - 5:30 pm Early Bird menu / 5:30 - 9:00 pm Full menu with features
1909 Entertainment: Wed., Thurs., Fri., & Sat. Smooth Piano ~ 6:00 - 9:00 pm 5:30 - 8:30 pm (Sunday)
HERITAGE LOUNGE
Lunch Service:
Tues. - Sun. 11:30 am - 5:30 pm (Express Lunch Buffet every Wednesday & Friday 11:30 am -2:00 pm)
Dinner Service: Tues. - Sat: 5:30 - 9:00 pm Sun., - 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Late Night Menu: 9:00 -11:00 pm (Friday & Saturday)
LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT
Friday & Saturday: 7:00 - 11:00 pm
FINAL FRIDAY MUSIC every month in the lounge! Enjoy a new, local, fun band.
TIKI BAR ~ Fall Hours
Tiki Menu Available Thurs., - Sun. Tues. & Wed.: 5:00 - 9:00 pm (drinks only) Thursday: 5:00 - 9:00 pm Friday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm Saturday: 1:00 - 11:00 pm Sunday: 1:00 - 7:30 pm
(LIVE Music only on Saturday 7:00 - 10:00 pm & Sunday 3:00 -5:00 pm - weather permitting)**
PASS-A-GRILLE CLUB
Temporary Hours:
Pool Deck open Saturday, Sunday & Monday - 11:00 am - 6:00 pm (weather permitting) Limited menu offered. Come by boat or car.
Dining Reservations & Dietary Restrictions:
Reservations can be made online at www.spyc.org, or on your SPYC mobile app. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please contact us as soon as possible. It will permit us to offer a greater choice of time and size of party to your fellow members. A fee of $10/pp will be assessed for no shows. If you have any dietary restrictions please make note of that when you are making your reservation. When special dietary requests are made during the event (for vegetarian, gluten free, etc.), there will be an additional fee of $10++/per request added on and to the original meal price. Thank you for your understanding.
NEWSLETTER SECTIONS:
CHAPTER THREE COMMODORE’S LOG
Dear fellow members...
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL! We celebrated a Joyous Christmas and Hanukkah season with many Holiday parties in December, and it was nice to see activities back to normal. Special thanks go to two of our members, Pam Thomas and Deborah Hooper, as well as to Karma, Sami, Jesse, Garrett, Frank and Johnny on our staff, for their efforts in creating our wonderful Holiday decor this year, especially the nice photo spot in the lobby. We all miss the live trees from years past, but fire safety rules preclude doing so now.
We say goodbye to 2024 with mixed emotions. We should be mindful of the past challenges we faced and use that experience to build our future. Our new state-ofthe-art marina is open and looking great. The St. Petersburg Sailing Foundation, a tax-exempt organization, has been created as a wholly owned subsidiary of the Club. It can receive tax-deductible donations to support sailing, especially our junior sailors. It’s new Board of Directors will be making announcements and awarding grants and scholarships to support our young sailors in competitions in Florida, Nationally and even Internationally.
From January 10th - 12th our Club will proudly be hosting the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. We are one of the original members of FCYC had have always been active in the Council. Our delegate is currently Chuck Goes and he selflessly attends meetings and brings back to our Executive Committee and Board of Directors information on activities of the Council, other clubs, and programs that benefit all. The details of the January meeting can be found by logging into your member portal at www.spyc.org and click on the FCYC blog in member Central. You might attend the dinner Saturday night for sharing camaraderie with fellow yachtsman.
"Coffee with the Commodore"
Tuesday, January 14th | 9:00 am | Regatta Room (reservations not required - please note, this date has been updated and will not be reflected in the hard copy version)
To further improve communication for those wishing to join the Club, I have created the “Ambassador Committee” to support our Membership Committee, by meeting and getting to know applicants to be presented to the Board before they are offered for election. The committee will also help welcome and orient new members once elected and introduce them to the many opportunities offered by the Club. I have appointed Chris Fraiser as chair, and he is well underway to improving our joining process and welcoming new members.
I’d like to give everyone a short update on our hurricane recovery efforts. Our downtown club house looks good with our new flooring in the front-of-the-house. The minor damage in the back-of-the-house from Helene has been repaired but still has the same challenges with outdated infrastructure that is being addressed in the Master Plan. The garage gates await electrical components that are back ordered. For Snell marina, contracts have just been approve by the Board to repair the electronics and the roof, making it fully operational. The Sailing Center roof was damaged by the storms and similarly, and the Board has approved a new roof. Pass-a-Grille has some good news in that a building permit should be issued soon (possibly by the time this log is published) and the last step before starting construction is the FEMA inspection. .
Finally, I want to thank all of you for supporting the Employee Holiday Fund. Our staff serves all of us with a smile and a commitment, always striving to create a quality member experience. And to continue improving the member experience, I continue to speak with members in small groups about issues facing our Club. I encourage you to approach me any time. And there is always the opportunity to come to Coffee with the Commodore, which I am finding is creating much more dialogue on the many issues within the Club. If you don’t speak up, we will never know how we can improve.
Cordially,
Joe DiVito, Commodore
Want to Propose a New Member?
Please reach out to our Membership Department for information about joining the Club at: (727)892-6888 membership@spyc.org
Introducing the SPYC Listening Tool!
We’re thrilled to launch our new SPYC Listening Post —a convenient tool for members to share their club experiences directly with us. Similar to an online comment card, this platform allows our team to track feedback, respond effectively, and ensure we’re meeting your needs.
We’d love for you to give it a try and let us know what you think. Your input is invaluable in helping us create the best possible experience for our members.
Access the Listening Post at the link below: https://app.memberconnect.com/surveys/listening_ post/ea7ee6a7-912d-4a8f-8e04-3722726e4351
Thank you for helping us make SPYC even better!
Active Boat:
Mr. Anthony Scavongelli & Mrs. Susan Scavongelli
Junior:
Mr. Ian Isles-Lee
Intermediate:
Mr. Jack Carlan
Mr. Pearson Payne
Thank You Proposers!
The Club relies on our members proposals and we Thank You for your support.
Kevin & Karin Carlan | Janel Brown
Michelle & David Payne | Lauren Krawczyk
SAVE
JOIN US FOR AN SPYC TOWN HALL MEETING WITH YOUR COMMODORE, BOARD OF DIRECTORS & GENERAL MANAGER.
WHEN: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH TIME: 5:00 PM
DISCUSSING IMPORTANT CLUB TOPICS AND UPDATES
OPEN MIC Q&A SESSION (RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED)
*New date listed above - hard copy version not updated*
FLORIDA COUNCIL OF YACHT CLUBS
GENERAL MEETING • Hosted by: The St. Petersburg Yacht Club
January 10th - 12th, 2025
Please join us for an exciting weekend as we host many members from other Yacht Clubs around the state of Florida.
FCYC Information/Reservation Packet:
» Visit the FCYC Information webpage by logging into your member portal at www.spy.org and download this packet, OR...
» Contact the SPYC Member Services Coordinator for your packet and to make reservations at: (727) 892-6893, or email, member.services@spyc.org
Friday, January 10th • 6:30 pm
Japanese Taiko Drumming Show & Dinner ~ $60/Adults, $25/Ages 4-12 (RSVP for this event using the FCYC Reservation form OR, online at www.spyc.org)
Saturday, January 11th
9:30 am - 11:00 am: Dolphin Cruise Tour ~ $40/pp
11:00 am - Noon: Best Practices Workshop (open to all members, no charge to attend)
11:30 am - 1:00 pm: FCYC Lunch Bu et ~ $20++/per guest, Italian Themed
1:00 - 2:00 pm: FCYC Board of Directors Meeting
2:00 - 3:00 pm: FCYC Speaker Presentation (open to all members, no charge to attend)
3:00 - 4:00 pm: General Meeting (open to all members, no charge to attend)
6:00 - 10:00 pm: Saturday Evening Dinner & Dance ~ $55++/per guest ~ Sit-Down Dinner, LIVE Music & Dancing!
Sunday, January 12th
11:00 am - 2:00 pm: Join us for Sunday Brunch Bu et ~ $31.50++/pp
(RSVP for Brunch using the FCYC Reservation form OR, online at www.spyc.org)
History of the FCYC
In August, 1960, the St. Petersburg Yacht Club invited representatives from the leading West Coast Yacht Clubs to a meeting to discuss forming a representative body to encourage the sport of yachting and general club activities, to promote safety a oat, to encourage reciprocity between quali ed yacht clubs, and to promote bene cial legislation.
We are pleased to announce the reopening of the new state of the art downtown marina. On December 1st over 150 members attended the ribbon cutting, blessing, toast, and a tour of the docks. Many vessels are making their way back to their leased slips as well as SPYC members cruising in to dock and dine or enjoy an overnight or two stay.
The marina is also all ready to welcome back the busy regatta season with many events planned. Remember to contact our Harbor Master or Dock Master to book a transient slip. Also look for signs being placed on the flex spaces which indicate if a slip is available for use.
The new floating dock marina contains 50 slips ranging in size from 25 to 83 feet in length and contains 620 feet of flexible space to accommodate transients and vessels arriving to dock and dine. This is 190 more feet of flex space than the prior marina. A new dedicated transformer with significantly increased electric supply has been installed. A ground fault monitoring system allows monitoring of vessels that may be causing electrical issues without interrupting power to other vessels.
The fuel dock is conveniently located at the northeast end of the long 475-foot east west dock which now includes a pump out station. Please note that the fuel system was damaged by the two recent hurricanes, new equipment is on order, and we hope to be serving fuel by February/March.
by Rear Commodore, Kevin Cross
The floating dock system is manufactured by one of the best manufacturers in the world, SF Marina, chosen by the Marina Redevelopment Oversight Committee who undertook an exhaustive search of many available systems. The Marina has already been successfully tested by three hurricanes this year.
As we know the project took longer than anticipated mainly caused by the time to obtain City and County building permits. Once the permits were approved in late December 2023 construction progress started in earnest and was completed within the 316-day construction period allowed in the construction contract.
The Dock Project Management Team was formed in December 2023 to oversee the physical construction phase. This small committee included our Rear Commodore, General Manager, Chief Financial Officer, Waterfront and Club Communication Director, and Facilities Manager. This team met every week with our General Contractor and Engineers to set priorities and strategies to complete the project as quickly and cost effectively as possible.
Please enjoy our new docks, we are lucky to have such an amazing facility managed by a team that makes our boating experience a safe and enjoyable one.
SPYC DOCKs - HAVE come a long way!
Sunday, January 1, 2025, we saw the christening of SPYC’ s brand new floating docks!
It’s been quite a process and test of patience, but well worth it. The docks have experienced many changes since their early beginnings back in 1916 when all that was there were a few meager slips.
The photo of the dapper skipper belies the fact that there wasn't much of a yacht line-up on the other side of that lovely gate... “All dressed up and no place to go.” comes to mind!
More about the docks and their development can be found in the pages of the Centennial book on-line.
1920-30s SPYC Docks - the other side of the gate. Not much there!
SPYC Docks-1934 Havana Race Capt. Wm. Allen Sr. Skipper s/v Gamecock
For the “rest of the story”– join us on a History Tour which will be up and running again SOON! See you in the Hallways!
Trisha Birkenstock, SPYC Historian
https://www.spyc.org/Regattas
January 10-12: Salt Pines Regatta
January 11-12: Master Driver Team Race
January 17-19: USODA Team Race Midwinters
February 1: John Jennings Regatta
February 8/9: Valentines day Regatta
February 14-16: HHSWRS
February 20-23: ILCA Midwinters East
March 8: Pennington Cup
March 16-19: Winter Lightning Champs
March 21-25: North Gulf Coast Challenge
April 5: 81 Bay Regatta
April 25-27: Suncoast Race Week
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SPYC's Vice Commodore, Christian Bergstrom, on "island time" in the Cayman Islands - November 2024. To the left, Mrs. Taryn Bergstrom, proudly displays the Salty Sister burgee alongside her husband underwater.
SPYC'S MAGICAL HISTORY
Take a trip through the pages of time...
2009 Spyc centennial book History
The 15th anniversary of the creation of the St Petersburg Yacht Club Centennial Book was celebrated in December by three of it ’s creators: P/C Bill Ballard, Barbara Watson and Gina Bowden-Pierce (right in photo).
As told by Barbara Watson. “At incoming commodore Bob Johnson's suggestion, work began in 2007 to come up with a fitting book about the SPYC for its centennial year - 2009. P/C Bill Ballard created the text. A Nautical Heritage 1909-1989 by Dick Funsch was an original source, plus Bill did a great deal of research. The late Tom Pierce was copy editor and flushed out all the errors and inconsistencies. Bill and Tommy had been Junior members of the club and between them had much history to draw on. Each of their fathers had been commodore.
Total access was given to the photo library at City Hall and at the then St Petersburg Times. Many photographs were scanned by club Historian Barbara Watson for use in the book and digital copies were given to the newspaper.
Gina Bowden-Pierce designed the book and did the final proofreading before it went to the printer.
The membership was encouraged to come up with memories or photos. History events led up to a book-signing party for members.
The History box that was sealed by Commodore Johnson at that year’s ball was to be opened 25 years later. It will be opened in 2034; just 10 years to go!
Copies were distributed to members of record in 2009, and to new members who joined after. The content is available on the club’s website. “
P/C Bob Johnson closing the history box At the 2009 Commodore’s Ball.
Centennial Book Committee celebrate with a Whisper!
JANUARY 2025 DOWNTOWN EVENTS
Jan. 1: New Year's Day Annual Eggnog Party - Club open only on this day from 4:00 - 6:00 pm for this event
Jan. 2: Club Reopens with Regular Club Hours
Jan. 4: YOGA Class ~ 8:30 am
Jan. 7: Golf Group
Jan. 8: Salty Sisters
Jan. 8: Saltwater Anglers
Jan. 8: TRIVIA Night ~ 7:00 pm
Jan. 9: Womans' Club - Tell Your Side of the Story ~ 5:00 pm
Jan. 9: Wing Shooters Society
Jan. 10: Japanese Taiko Drumming Show/Dinner ~ 6:30 pm
Jan. 10-12: FCYC General Meeting & Weekend Activities
Jan. 11: YOGA Class ~ 8:30 am
Jan. 12: Kids Sunday Stories ~ Regatta Room ~ 6:00 pm
Jan. 14: Coffee with Commodore ~ Regatta Room ~ 9:00 am
Jan. 14: RV Land Cruisers
Jan. 14: Themed Dinner Buffet ~ South Pacific, 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Jan. 15: Wine Society Night 1 ~ 6:00 pm - Umani Ronchi, Italy
Jan. 16: Wine Society Night 2 ~ 6:00 pm
Jan. 16: Wine Society Prix-Fixe Dinner
Jan. 16: Salty Sisters
Jan. 17: Boat Show Prime Rib Buffet ~ 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Jan. 18: YOGA Class ~ 8:30 am
Jan. 18: Grab & Go Breakfast ~ Compass Rm, 8:30 - 10:45 am
Jan. 18: Boat Show Prime Rib Buffet ~ 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Jan. 18: Totally 80's Murder Mystery Show/Dinner ~ 6:00 pm
Jan. 19: Grab & Go Breakfast ~ Compass Rm, 8:30 - 10:45 am
Jan. 19: Tiki Bar Pop Up! ~ 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Jan. 19: Cruising Fleet
Jan. 22: Salty Sisters
Jan. 25: SPYC Wellness Day ~ 11:00 am
Jan. 26: Magic & Mimosas Brunch ~ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Jan. 28: Chef's Table Dining Experience ~ 4:00 pm
DECEMBER 2024
Employee of the Month
MARTIN
VARGAS
Jan. 29: Salty Sisters
This month, we’re thrilled to honor Martin Vargas , one of our exceptional Bar Backs, as December's Employee of the Month! While Martin continues to learn English, we wanted to honor his hard work and dedication by writing this article in Spanish so he could show his friends and family. Martin has been a vital part of the SPYC family for the last year, consistently showcasing his dedication, teamwork, and positive attitude. Outside of work you can usually find Martin watching his favorite football team, the Pumas of Mexico City or playing on the pitch. Another one of his hidden talents is playing the bass guitar and volunteering at his church.
Please join us in congratulating Martin Vargas on this welldeserved recognition! He embodies the spirit of SPYC, and we are so fortunate to have him as part of our team. Cheers to Martin!
¡Este mes, estamos encantados de honrar a Martin Vargas , uno de nuestros excepcionales Backs de Bar, como el Empleado del Mes de diciembre! Mientras Martin continúa aprendiendo inglés, queríamos honrar su arduo trabajo y dedicación escribiendo este artículo en español para que pudiera mostrárselo a sus amigos y familiares.
Martin ha sido una parte vital de la familia SPYC durante el último año, mostrando constantemente su dedicación, trabajo en equipo y actitud positiva. Fuera del trabajo, por lo general se puede encontrar a Martín viendo a su equipo de fútbol favorito, los Pumas de la Ciudad de México, o jugando en el campo. Otro de sus talentos ocultos es tocar el bajo y ser voluntario en su iglesia.
¡Únase a nosotros para felicitar a Martín Vargas por este merecido reconocimiento! Él encarna el espíritu de SPYC, y somos muy afortunados de tenerlo como parte de nuestro equipo. ¡Salud a Martín!
Thank You! EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES
JANUARY 2025
· Timothy Cobb ~ Cook, 12 yrs
· Salvador Hernandez ~ Server, 10 yrs
· Arnold Kaslosfski ~ Maintenance, 6 yrs
· Santiago "Puma" Rengifo ~ Sailing Coach, 2 yrs
· Aimee Avella ~ Server, 1 yr
· Amos Wiggins ~ Cook, 1 yr
· Cedric Sapp ~ Steward, 1 yr
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AIR FRYED BRUSSEL SPROUTS
Try these as a delicious healthy snack, or a side dish with your main entrée. Makes 8 portions.
Ingredients
2 lbs. Brussel Sprouts, ends removed and cut in half
4 Tbsp. Avocado or Olive Oil
4 tsp. Sea Salt
1 tsp. Cracked Black Pepper
1 tsp. Granulated Garlic
Serve with grated Parmesan and Balsamic syrup, or bacon bits and Maple syrup by Executive Chef Christian Mayrhofer
Directions:
Toss all ingredients together in a bowl and mix well
In small batches transfer the brussel sprouts into air fryer (do not overfill the basket)
Cook at 375 degrees for 10 - 12 minutes, depending on your preference of being done
SPYC 2025 · A LOOK FORWARD · SPYC 2025 · A LOOK FORWARD ·
7th: TRIVIA NIGHT!
9th: Kids Sunday Stories ~ Regatta Room
11th: Themed Dinner Buffet Night ~ Carnival of Venice
14th: Valentine's Day ~ Special Menu offered in Grille 1909 (reservations required)
19th: Wine Society, Night 1 ~ Spain
20th: Wine Society, Night 2 ~ Spain
20th: Wine Society Prix-Fixe Dinner (open to all members, not just Wine Society)
22nd: Escoffier Dinner (Entertainment Committee event - reservations required)
MARCH 2025
2nd: 20th Annual Grand Prix Garage Party & VIP Party! (reservations required)
5th: TRIVIA NIGHT!
9th: Kids Sunday Stories ~ Regatta Room
15th: Japanese Gourmet Wine Dinner
16th: St. Patrick's Day Brunch with performances from Irish Dancers!
19th: IKEBANA Floral Demonstration & Luncheon
19th: Wine Society, Night 1 ~ Merryvale, Napa
20th: Wine Society, Night 2 ~ Merryvale, Napa
20th: Wine Society Prix-Fixe Dinner (open to all members, not just Wine Society)
21st: Karaoke in the Lounge ~ 6:00 - 9:00 pm
*Calendar of events is subject to change without prior notice*
Recurring Events & Dining Info
Downtown
» Wed., Jan. 15th · 6:00 pm
» Thurs., Jan. 16th · 6:00 pm
» Wed., Feb. 19th · 6:00 pm
» Thurs., Feb. 20th 6:00 pm
Pass-a-Grille:
Stay tuned for future Wine Society dates at PAG
Downtown Prix- Fixe Wine Society Dinners
Thurs., January 16th & February 20th · 7:15 pm
Reservations required - Call (727) 822-3873
This is open to ALL members of the SPYC . You do not have to be a Wine Society member to enjoy the Prix-Fixe Wine Society Dinner.
January 8th & February 5th
6:00 pm | Includes Dinner
$30/pp ~ RSVP: www.spyc.org or (727) 892-6882
*Price is inclusive of service charge & tax
Every Saturday Morning
8:30 - 9:30 am
$8/per session, per person
RSVP Online: www.spyc.org
Lounge, Regatta & Tiki Tuesday & Thursday 4:00 - 7:00 pm Sunday - 3:00 - 5:00 pm (during football season) SATURDAY
Tuesday - Friday 7:30 - 9:30 am Saturday 8:30 - 10:45 am
$12++/pp (members)
$14++/pp (non-members)
$5++/per child ages 4-12
Reservations not required
2nd Tuesday of the Month
Jan. 14th: South Pacific Feb. 11th: Carnival of Venice
From 5:00 - 9:00 pm
$32++/pp
$15++/per child ages 4-12
Dinner Reservations Online or call (727) 822-3873 ext 211
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
$32++/per adult
$15++/per child ages 4-12
Reservations strongly suggested: (727) 892-6882 or 6897
Every Wednesday & Friday
From 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
$15++/pp (member)
$18++/pp (non-member)
$7++/per child ages 4-12
(Reservations Not Required)
Sept. 1st & Oct. 6th
PLEASE
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Due to temporary, partial closure, this event is cancelled until further notice.
Every month on the 1st Sunday
RSVP at (727) 360-1646 ....OR email pag@spyc.org
$25/pp - Individual Bloody Mary's $5/each (Price inclusive of service charge & tax)
20th ANNUAL
GRAND PRIX Garage Party
Garage Party Package!
Garage Party Check-In From: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm in the Front Lobby
Max of 4 tickets per membership (Members & their guests) Space is LIMITED!
» $125/per adult
» $95/Ages 13-17
» $70/Ages 4-12
» 3 & under are complimentary (Note: This event is not recommended for small children & infants - prices are inclusive of service charge & tax)
OR
INCLUDES:
Buffet starting at 11:30 am until the conclusion of the race
Complimentary Keg Beer, House Wine & Sodas! PFO Bar (pay for own) for all other drinks.
*NOTABLE ITEMS: The Grille 1909 & Sunday Brunch will be unavailable on this day. Heritage Lounge & Tiki Bar will OPEN at 10:30 am*
Join us for this EXCLUSIVE party overlooking a portion of the Grand Prix race track!
( LIMITED to 60 people - Must be 21 & over - SPYC Members Only)
$321/pp
(inclusive of service charge & tax)
MENU:
Australian Rack of Lamb
Snow Crab Claws
Tandoori Chicken Brochettes
Warm Lobster Bites
House-made Snacks
Build Your Own Shortcake & MUCH MORE!!
ALSO INCLUDED:
Open Bar with Premium Liquors
Exclusive Party Favors
Air-conditioned Lounge with Upscale Cocktail Seating
TV’s for full Race Viewing
PLUS you also get full access to the Garage Party!
Reservations required to attend either party www.spyc.org | (727) 892-6882 OR 6897 | catering@spyc.org
(Online Reservations NOT available for the VIP Party - please call or email)
*Cancellations will be honored until Thursday, February 27th by 5:00 pm; if cancelled after this time, your original reservation will be charged in full.*
Getting Organized & Sorting out the Clutter to “Tell Your Side Of Your Life Story”
Thursday, January 9th · 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Downtown Clubhouse
Pricing: $15/pp (inclusive of service charge & tax)
Light Hors d’ Oeuvres & No Host Bar
Presented by the Woman’s Club of SPYC - This event is open to ALL SPYC Members!
Reservations Required: www.spyc.org | catering@spyc.org OR call (727) 892-6882 or 6897 (48-Hourcancellationpolicyineffect)
Whether you write it, record it, or videotape it, telling your side of your life story can be a challenging process. Don't have the time? Don't know where to start? Or if you ever thought your story is not an important one. Mix and mingle with one another and meet our guests Michelle Passoff and Joel Woodlief. They will be there to shed some light on why your story matters and ways you can get organized to get it out there.
Totally 80' s
Totally Murder Mystery Dinner
Saturday, January 18th
Downtown Clubhouse
Pricing: $50/pp (inclusive of service charge & tax)
6:00 pm: Doors Open, Hors d'Oeuvres & PFO Bar
6:30 pm: Sit-Down Dinner
The Show happens while you enjoy dinner and figure out WHODUNIT!
Like the 80's weren't tragic enough. The Juggernauts of New Wave are in town for a radical concert, but things turn bogus quickly, and one of these 80's stars is a murderer! Dress up in your favorite 80's style outfit.
MENU: Bistro Salad with Goat Cheese, Roasted Peppers, & Balsamic Dressing, Duet of Chicken Picatta & Alaskan Salmon, Rice Pilaf & Seasonal Vegetables, Death by Chocolate Dessert, plus a glass of wine with dinner (Vegetarian option available, please specify when making reservations)
Reservations Required: www.spyc.org | catering@spyc.org OR call (727) 892-6882 or 6897
(48-Hourcancellationpolicyineffect-AnEntertainmentCommitteeEvent)
Friday
January 10th
Dinner & Show
Doors Open ~ 6:30 pm
Asian Themed Dinner
Buffet ~ 6:30pm Show ~ 7:30 - 8:30pm
$50/Adult ~ Early Bird Rate:
($60 ~ if you RSVP after 12/10/24)
$25/Child (ages 4-12)
*All prices inclusive of service charge & tax
Join us on this journey to the land of the rising sun!
Tampa Taiko is a professional drumming ensemble, using a collection of Taiko drums made by themselves from discarded wine barrels.
Tampa Taiko has developed a dynamic fusion of old and new styles of drumming. This will be a fun show to watch and then you will have a chance to participate in playing the drums too.
Asian Pasta Salad, Sushi Station, Fried Rice, Caramelized Duck, Tempura Battered Bananas, Hoisin BBQ Pork Ribs, Stir Fry Vegetables, Green Tea Ice Cream, Rice Pudding, Fortune Cookies & MORE!!
SPYC Wellness Day
HEALTH | WELLBEING | FITNESS
Saturday, January 25th
Downtown Clubhouse
Pricing: $50/pp
(Inclusive of service charge & tax)
Includes Lunch - For Adults & Young Adults 13 & older
11:00 am: Doors Open
11:30 am: "Lightning Talks"
Presentation Begins
11:30 am - 2:00 pm: Lunch Available
11:30 am: Nervous System Reset & Somatics
12:00 pm: Sound & Frequency Therapy
12:30 pm: Detox & Lymphatic Drainage
1:00 pm: Health, Wellness & Biohacking
1:30 pm: Creating a Wellness Wing at Home
(All services & presentations are valued at $185/pp)
Join us in starting the new year with a better you!
We have gathered experts to come and help you do just that...Sound Therapy, Nervous System Reset, Facials, Manicures, Compression Therapy & MORE! Each will have a booth setup for information and to receive a "mini-service".
LUNCH MENU
Freshly Blended Smoothies, Freshly Squeezed Fruit & Vegetable Juices, Acai Bowls, Seared Ahi Tuna Wraps with Pickled Ginger Ponzu, Deconstructed Grille Romaine "Caesar" Parmesan Chips & Micro Greens with Chicken, House Made Guacamole, Roasted Kabocha Squash Tostado, Yuzu Cilantro Crema, Pico Brussel Sprouts & Baby Kale Salad, Golden Beats, Spiced Pecans, Strawberries, Sunflower Seed Tacos, Roasted Market Vegetables, Chimichurri & Lime Crema, Pistachios, Marcona Almonds, Walnuts & Dried Fruits.
Reservations Required: www.spyc.org
catering@spyc.org OR call (727) 892-6882 or 6897 (48-Hourcancellationpolicyineffect)
Introducing something new for SPYC Kids! Kids events and specials taking place on a regular basis will be announced in the "SPYC Kids Corner" of Smooth Sailing.
SUNDAY STORIES ~ 6:00 pm
2nd Sunday of Each Month
While you dine in the Regatta Room, Megan from "The Story Garden" will read a couple of books during dinner. (Available except on Mother's Day)
Registration for our 2025 Summer Sailing Camps opens January 1st—secure your spot early for a season full of fun, learning, and adventure! Our summer camps offer something for everyone:
▯ Beginner Classes: Perfect for first-time sailors to learn the basics of boating and water safety.
▯ Intermediate & Advanced Classes: Build on skills with more hands-on experience and racing techniques.
▯ Race Clinics: Focused training for those looking to compete and take their sailing to the next level.
▯ Adventure Camps: Explore the thrill of being out on the water with fun challenges and group
KIDS EAT FREE!
Children and grand-children of members eat free from the kids menu, ages 10 and underOne free kids meal per adult entrée.
Join us for
Boat Show
Prime Rib Buffet
Friday January 17th + Saturday 18th
5:30PM - 9:00PM
Menu
Chef carved Prime Rib of Beef
Au Jus, Horseradish, Horseradish Sauce
Caesar Salad Statio Romaine, Freshly Shaved P
White Anchovies, House mad Loaded Mashed Potat
Buttered Green Beans and Ba
Compass Room $48++
Magic & Mimosas
& Mimosas
Sunday January 26th 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
VALENTINE'S DAY
Special Menu Offered in Grille 1909 Friday, February 14th
Available 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Reservations Required
(727) 822-3873 ext. 211
(Walk-ins on this night in the Lounge only)
Join us on this magical Sunday to have Brunch and be entertained by Magician Denny Corby. Doors open ~ 11:00 am | Showtime ~ 12:00 - 12:45 pm
(You sit and dine at your table while the show takes place) Meet & Greets ~ 1:00 - 2:00 pm - meet Denny up close *Only interested in Brunch? Come on in, we welcome everyone to attend!*
Our spectacular Brunch menu featuring your favorites PLUS.... Barrel Cut Prime Rib, Oysters on the 1/2 Shell, Florida Crab Benedict, Fried Chicken & Waffles and MUCH MORE!! Includes Mimosas (& Bloody Mary's)
Soups & Starters
French Onion Soup 9
Lobster Bisque 14
Cognac Chantilly and Fresh Tarragon
bAKED nEW eNGLAND 18
lOBSTER mAC&cHEESE
cHARCUTERIE bOARD 18
cURED mEATS & aRTISIANL cHEESE
fLORIDA sTRAWBERRY sALAD 10 mIXED gREENS, cANDIED pECANS, bLUE cHEESE, bALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
K.W. Pink Shrimp Cocktail 18
Traditional Cocktail
$5000 Crab Cake 18 cHARRED lEMON + rEMOULADE
Entrees
all entrees include A House Salad or brickstreet Farms Caesar + 2.50
rOASTED bONE iN aIRLINE 28
cHICKEN bREAST
rED bEET-gOAT cHEESE
cOUSCOUS, ASPARAGUS, cARA cARA oRANGE rEDUCTION
gLACIER 51 48
aRCTIC SEABASS
sTRAWBERRY rISOTTO, pETIT kALE, cHAMPAGNE SABAYON
bUTTER pOACHED 52 tWIN lOBSTER tAILS mASHED pOTATOES, sEASONAL vEGETABLES, dRAWN bUTTER & LEMON
6 oZ usda pRIME 46
fILET MIGNON aU gRATIN pOTATOES, cABERNET dEMI, bABY cARROTS
Dessert
vALENTINE ROSE cHOCOLATE gATEAUX 16 FOR TWO
Annual St. Patrick's Day Brunch Annual St. Patrick's Day Brunch
Sunday, March 16th Downtown Clubhouse
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Pricing: $62/per adult | $40/Ages 13-17
$33/Ages 4-12 | 3 & Under Complimentary (inclusive of service charge & tax)
Make plans to join us for this Lucky Brunch! Our amazing Brunch with even MORE dishes - Includes Bloody Mary's & Green Mimosas. Enjoy two LIVE performances by Irish Dancers at 11:30 am & 1:00 pm.
IKEBANA
Floral Demonstration & Luncheon
Wednesday, March 19th Downtown Clubhouse
Pricing: $75/pp (inclusive of service charge & tax)
9:30 am: Doors Open | 10:30 am: Demo | 12:00 pm: Luncheon
RSVP: www.spyc.org | catering@spyc.org, (727) 892-6882 or 6897 (48-Hour cancellation policy in effect)
MENU
B istro Salad & Cho ic e of: Chicken C a li fornia Casserole -O R- Caribbean Mahi -OR- Vegetable Quiche ( pl e a se specify when making reserv ati on s) Rosemary Passion Fr uit Panna Cotta for Dessert
(NOTE:Thecomplimentarycornedbeef&cabbagelunchwillbeavailable onlyattheDowntownClubhouse.LocatedintheHeritageLoungefrom 11:30am-2:00pm~Firstcome,firstserved~reservationsnotrequired.)
RSVP: www.spyc.org | catering@spyc.org, (727) 892-6882 or 6897 (48-Hourcancellationpolicyineffect)
Christine Donck-Guelton is an established New York-based Ikebana artist and instructor. She teaches in her own atelier “Ikebana Christine” as a proponent of the avant-garde Sogetsu School. Christine was born in Belgium, moved to the US at age 18 and ventured to Japan when her love of flowers led her to study Sogetsu Ikebana with Shigeko Ohno Sensei. She received her teacher’s diploma in 2003 before returning to New York. Currently she holds a 2nd grade Jonin Sanyo teacher’s certificate.
She has developed a strong following with both students and social media fans and showcases her captivating arrangements through workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations at corporate and private events. Her work has been published in Sharmila Agarwal’s Ikebanists Around the World and by Stichting Kunstboek in Ikebana: Opposites Attract. She has built a loyal community with close to 6,000 followers on her Instagram account where she shares her love of Ikebana.
Christine has had fun collab o r ating wi t h companies like Shiseido, Katao ka, Ne t f l ix (The Jigsaw), HBO Max (Th e Flight Attendan t ) , ‘Caring for Colombia’ Foundation and Rudolf Steiner School where s h e exhibited a solo bamboo install ation in 201 8.
She is on the board of the N e w York branch o f the Sogetsu School and is continually ex pa n ding her knowledge of Ikeban a wo rking with internationally re n owned I ke ba n a artists in the US and Europe l i ke Ilse Beunen and Louise Worner.
by Debbie Storey, Fleet Captain
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! It was a busy and festive Holiday Season for the Cruising Fleet, and we were all grateful to be back on the water again after a tough hurricane season. In November our fleet cruised to the Clearwater Harbor Marina. On Friday evening, Kelly Lee and Jay Rice graciously hosted the group for docktails and a potluck dinner on "Mac n’ Rice". The group then attended the O.A.R. concert at Baycare Sound, with fantastic seats all together in that beautiful venue. On Saturday, some cruisers took a dinghy ride over to the Clearwater Yacht Club for lunch, while others either dinghied or took Ubers to Dunedin for lunch and shopping. Dinner Saturday night was a delicious treat at Bon Appetit in Dunedin. Thanks to Sue Cooper, Al Torres, and Jennifer Kirk for planning a fantastic weekend!
The speaker for our November meeting was Tony Hooper, Vice Commander, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Division-7Tampa Bay. Tony gave an interesting and informative talk on Marine Navigation, with insights on various navigation and weather applications.
Day Trippers met for lunch at the Davis Island Yacht Club in November. The group enjoyed a delicious lunch with a beautiful view. Thanks to Sue Cooper for once again planning a great Dock n’ Dine day on the water.
The Fleet celebrated our busy 2024 cruising program with our Awards & Holiday Party on December 13th. Seven Cruisers were recognized for participating in four or more cruises, which was quite a feat in a year of multiple hurricanes and cancelled cruises. Eighteen teams were recognized for serving as Port Directors, and six cruisers were recognized for serving on the Fleet Committee. Special recognition went to Sue Cooper for leading the Day Trippers group, and to Camille Iurillo and Joe Petrella for the incredible video of their pups, Skipper & Rudder, touching noses with a very curious manatee on their swim platform in Marathon.
The Cruising Fleet was thrilled to be able to enjoy a long weekend on our new docks in December and participate once again in the Lighting of the Yachts. Watch for photos in the next Smooth Sailing!
UPCOMING Cruising Fleet Events:
Jan. 16-18 - Tampa Convention Center & Lightning Game Feb 28-Mar. 2 – Cruising Fleet Anchor out at Emerson Point
March 28-30 – Cruise-in Downtown Dock
March 29 - Vessel Safety Check
March 30 – Blessing of the Fleet
Clearwater Harbor Marina
November Speaker
November Day Trippers
Clearwater Harbor Marina
Bon Appetit
DIYC
Davis Island YC
by Rich Treinen
Here’s a look back at the highlights of the Wing Shooter’s Society activities in 2024. Excluded: the best jokes told at our monthly meetings.
· January: Twenty-two attended the shooting trip to OK Corral in Okeechobee FL. We also set a monthly meeting attendance record at 35.
February: Fifteen members participated in the quail hunting trip to Boggy Pond Plantation in Moultrie GA.
· March: Our teams took first and third place at the Gator Shoot. Les Bauer scored a perfect 50.
April: Doug Williamson was back from an extended trip to Cleveland and a lengthy recovery. His tale of a botched pacemaker placement, transforming him to a left-handed shooter, was the highlight.
· May: Our monthly meeting was graced with shots of Angels Envy Scotch, a post-mortem gift of Wing Shooter John Worlein
· June & July: The trip to the South Florida Gun Club, one of the premier shooting destinations in the US, which was rained out in June, was rescheduled and held in July.
· August & September: Half of us fly north for the summer. For the other half, the highlight is the cold beer in the bar after a sweaty shoot.
· October: We were blown away by our foul weather friends Helene and Milton.
· November: We took Third Place at the G-Man Shoot. Our wild game dinner was postponed since our intended host’s home was wrecked by Helene and Milton.
· December: We held our Annual Holiday Dinner with our spouses to relive an event filled year. Our opening jokes were appropriate to the occasion, and we remembered our departed Wing Shooters.
Those wishing to join the Wing Shooters Society are encouraged to contact Frank Robinson at fhr506@gmail.com
by Nancy Dunn, President & Robin Biloski, Program Chair
Greetings Woman's Club members! The WC Board joins me in wishing you a Happy New Year and good fortune for a prosperous 2025. You are in for a great year of wonderful programs and happenings. Please join me in welcoming the Ladies Beach Club to our downtown family as we share with them our wonderful facility while the Beach Club is being restored to its glorious self. LBC members are welcome to join our meetings for the cost of food until you are able to return to your home club. As with our members, just sign up on the club calendar online.
Our upcoming January 9th program is one not to be missed! We are welcoming two fantastic speakers, Michelle Passoff & Joel Woodlief. Michelle Passoff, author of " Lighten Up! Free yourself from Clutter" will give useful tips and tricks to clean up your digital footprint and clear your life of clutter. And once you have cleared the clutter and can organize your thoughts, Joel Woodlief of LifeBook Memoirs will tell us how to capture our own Life stories and create a priceless family legacy. Start off your year getting a "clean slate". This is not a meeting you'll want to miss. Sign up today!! Social & Refreshments ~ 5:00 pm and Presentation ~ 5:30 pm.
Finally, thanks to all of our members who attended our Ho-Ho-Hoedown Country Christmas . And especially to all WC members who helped make this year's Christmas Boutique such a success by working and giving of your time to benefit the SPYC Junior Sailing program.
by James Irwin
We have an experienced, passionate group of riders that have traveled far and wide on motorcycles together. The Riders Club welcomes you to join us. Weather permitting, we usually gather on Thursday or Friday mornings for a ride. The rides are very scenic and always involve a lunch somewhere unique and delicious.
To join our group and to keep updated with our events, please contact James Irwin at: JamesIrwin1231@gmail.com
Just like in the movies (Space Balls, Gravity, Starship Troopers, etc.) escape pods allow the hero to be saved. The RV can be an escape pod for those fleeing storms and can be a refuge for those affected by the storm surge. Ours proved to be that as we stayed in it after our house got flooded by Helene. So besides being a great way to see the country, it can be your second home on wheels when needed.
We are doing a caravan with some of our members from January 23rd - 29th. We will be visiting several RV parks. The first is Grand Oaks near The Villages. This is a beautiful equestrian center. Then we will be at Coastline RV Park near Eastpoint, FL close to St. George Island, and then on to Crystal River area at the Sweet Citrus Acres RV Park . Please feel free to join up with us for any or all of the trip. If you need more information please contact Rick & Sarah Moseley at: RVlandcruisers@icloud.com
One of the big events for RVers is the “RV Super Show” at the Florida State Fairgrounds being held January 15th - 19th. It is the biggest RV event in Florida and we think it is better than the one in Hersey, PA. Every type of RV and everything related to RVing is on display and for sale there. Every major manufacturer will be displaying all the newest models. Join us in January for a meeting about electric bikes that are increasing popular with RVers. Our next meeting will be 5:30 pm on Tuesday, January 14th at the downtown clubhouse. Please sign up at www.spyc.org at the online calendar. We welcome guests.
by Rick & Sarah Moseley, Wagon Masters
by Carol Hansen | Boutique Recap & Sponsor Thank You!
This year's SPYC Christmas Boutique, organized by Salty Sisters with the Woman’s Club at SPYC, returned for our 24th year with a packed clubhouse of 49 vendors. All proceeds from the sponsorships, raffle tickets, 50/50 sales and booth rentals will provide scholarships for children, that are beginner or intermediate sailors, who participate in the YMCA Summer Junior Sailing Program at SPSC. We want to thank our many sponsors for their contributions this year, making it the best year yet!! The Ballroom, Waterfront, and Harborview rooms were packed with a large variety of vendors selling items from jerky, baked goods, candy to jewelry, clothing and lots of wonderful gift items. Thanks again to all the volunteers who helped make this year a success.
2024 CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE SPONSORS
Captain
Patricia Quilla
Jennifer O’Neil
Beverly Smoak
Broad Reachers
Joseph & Theresa DeVito
George & Beth Pennington
Edward & Mary Hacker
Nancy & John Biesinger
Helmsperson
Jon & Carol Hansen
Joy Rudnicki
KT Trudeau
Molly Raymond
Nancy Dunn
Karen Corson
Audrey Orgo
Anonymous
Camila Kilgroe
Fillingham Yacht Sales Inc
Glenda & Bill Shakespeare
Helmsperson cont'd
Sassy Spinnakers Salty Sister Class of 2012
Navigator
Barbara Watson
Heather Lalanne
Pat Augur
Selga Sakss
Judy Sauers
Anne O’Dell
Robin & William Biloski
Connie & Ken Beckman
Richard & Angela Treinen
Christopher & Jeanette Comstock
Crew
Richard & Polly Jones
Nancy Shivers
Jennifer Parramore
Joanne Simmons
Charl Marie Hadfield
Joanne Simmons
by PC Carol Hansen
Despite the obstacles of our two hurricanes, the Salty Sisters have prevailed! For the mornings that we have been able to sail, we have had outstanding wind along with the beautiful Sunshine. This sailing season, we have had the opportunity to sail in Sonars, Ideal 18s and the Prams. Originally, the Salty Sisters were to host the Crewed Regatta in early November but needed to postpone it until December 11th and 12th because of the damage from the storms. The Sailing Center has done a wonderful job fixing the docks and preparing the boats for the upcoming Regatta. We are really looking forward to it as it will be the first FWSA Regatta since the two hurricanes. We are also looking forward to a packed sailing schedule in January and February. We have planned our traditional SS Maggy Mug Crewed Regatta and, if all goes well, a Skippers Hat Challenge in March.
December 3rd was the 24th Annual SPYC Christmas Boutique and PC Carol Hansen reported that it was quite a success. Carol thanked the volunteers that made the “team” including Joy Rudnicki and Els Wiemken for handling the beautiful display of raffle items; Angela Treinen, our volunteer coordinator; Lindsay Carter for searching for and increasing our vendor participation; Beverly Smoak for handling the raffle tickets and money; KT Trudeau and Heather Lalanne for their help with the vendors and many other tasks needed. ALL the volunteers made the event a total success.
by Juliette Clark,
The Broad Reachers had a wonderful first sail of the season earlier in November. With Gloria Davis as PRO and Race Committee (all-in-one), we sailed three races in perfect conditions…..for Pass-a-Grille. Sailing that day were Mik Severini, Katie Rodges, Dana Kollman, Carol Hansen, and Anne O’Dell. We later walked down to The Wharf and enjoyed lunch.
On October 1st, several Broad Reachers attended the FWSA General Meeting hosted by the Salty Sisters. We enjoyed listening to guest speaker Terry Fortner, who was inspired by family ties to Florida, especially Caladesi Island in Pinellas County, including our waterways. She presented a wonderful history of Caladesi and how the island was originally settled by her great-grandfather.
Upcoming Events: We look forward to our Annual Christmas Party and Gift Exchange. Since the clubhouse is still under construction, Mik Severini has graciously offered to host the party at her home this year.
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Sonars
Ideals
Boutique Volunteers
Race Captain
by Julie Creamer, President
Hope is on the horizon! The Pass-a-Grille Club opened for pool service from Saturday through Monday with a limited menu and full bar! Soon the Ladies Beach Club may be back at home. In the meantime, the Downtown Club is being so gracious to us beach girl refugees. The November fashion show was amazing, and our very own models strutted their stuff on the runway! Thank you to Patchington for such a great shopping experience. The Christmas program was a blast! We learned to tie Christmas bows, fold napkins and were honored to have the NautiCats sing songs of the seasons for us.
Join us on January 14th for a history of St. Petersburg with author Monica Kile. She has been leading historic tours in St. Petersburg and across the state for twenty years. In February we will meet in the ballroom for a history lesson and demonstration of Flamenco dancing. Bring your dancing shoes and passion for an unforgettable program!
The LBC is excited about our annual Mah Jongg Tournament on Tuesday, February 4th at the Downtown Club. Current and former SPYC members are invited to join us for a lunch and a very competitive game!
Not part of the Ladies Beach Club at Pass-a-Grille yet?
Not a problem! Contact Helle Getz, Membership Chair at (630) 564-9095 or email sailtym@yahoo.com and join today. "Life is BETTER at the Beach Club with girlfriends!"
Come join us on Saturday mornings for some fun sailing and racing. You can participate as a sailor, race committee, or safety ashore. For more information about becoming a Broad Reacher, contact Carol Hansen at: Carol@dband1.com
Anne O'Dell... Welcome Back!!
Broads at FWSA Meeting
Dana & Carol Adjusting the Sprit
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